MRI Technologist - PRN Evenings & Weekend - Jeff Hwy

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to maintain safety in the MRI environment and perform routine MRI procedures while mentoring junior staff. The role requires ASRT/ARRT certification, BLS, and 6 months MRI experience, with the expectation of advancing MRI credentials within two years.

Candidates must be able to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays, and may travel between facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months MRI clinical scanning experience is required.
• BLS from the American Heart Association is required.
• ARRT registered or unlimited state license is required.
• Advanced MRI certification within two years of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure accuracy.
• Operates imaging equipment to complete procedures per protocol (IV included).
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Reviews images for diagnostic quality before transmission.
• Maintains regulatory standards and conducts quality control.

Skills

MRI procedures

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Patient safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ARRT registered or unlimited state license

BLS certification

Advanced MRI certification (required within 2 years)

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed – our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job maintains safety in the MRI environment while assessing patients and safely performing routine MRI procedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. Serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Required - High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

• Required - 6 months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience.
• Preferred - Clinical MRI experience.

Certifications

• Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• ARRT registered or unlimited state license
• Certification in another clinical imaging field (such as ARDMS or NMTCB) with associate degree or bachelor degree in allied health field
• ARRT, ARMRIT OR CAMRT registered as an MR technologist with no experience.
• Advanced certification in MRI required by an organization recognized by the ACR Registry required within two years of employment.
• Preferred - Advanced certification in MRI required by an organization recognized by the ACR Registry.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of MRI procedures and technical language.
• Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, work efficiently and calmly under pressure, and b self-directed and function without direct supervision.
• Ability to work flexible schedule (such as nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.) and travel throughout and between facilities.
• General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to the various disease states.
• Ability to preliminary identify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria.
• Ability to assist attending physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance.
• Ability to provide care and/or support services in a manner consistent with the patient's age, social, spiritual, and cultural needs and other special consideration.

Job Duties

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.
• Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol (including placement of IV).
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
• Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted.
• Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will recei